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celebrations Maria Gotta and Adam Kostichka For two years Maria Gotta and Adam Kostichka made a long-distance relation- ship between Utah and Wisconsin work. But during a surprise trip to Madison, Adam was ready to close the gap for good and popped the question. The pair wed on Aug. 6 at Quivey's Grove. Maria is the daughter of Marilyn and Gary Gotta and Adam is the son of Margaret and Charles Kostichka. The pair resides in Madison. Photographed by Hyer Images Claire Fenner and Ben Hauser Dec. 23 was already a date to remember as Claire Fenner celebrated her golden birthday. It soon became unforgettable when boyfriend Ben Hauser popped the question. The couple wed on June 18 at Salem United Church of Christ in Verona. Claire is the daughter of Pat and Tim Fenner and Ben is the son of Kathy and Hugh Hauser. The couple resides in Hartland. Photographed by Michelle Allen Photography Brittny Schwarz and Scott Hovland Scott Hovland wanted the mood to be just right. After whisking Brittny Schwarz Rachel Madson and Jake Zarling 76 They met at a Badger football game, and became engaged while on a get- away to see Notre Dame take the field. For football fanatics Rachel Madson and Jake Zarling, it was clear from their first cheer they were a perfect match. The pair wed at Grace Lutheran Church in downtown Milwaukee on Oct. 29. Rachel is the daughter of Lisa and Dan Madson and Jake is the son of Judy and Russ Zarling. The couple lives in Wauwatosa. Photographed by James Allen Photography BRAVA Magazine February 2012 away on a trip to Chicago, he crafted a fairytale setting, complete with rose petals and champagne, before getting on bended knee to propose. The couple wed on July 9 at the Madison Masonic Center. Brittny is the daughter of Cheryl and Tom Schwarz and Scott is the son of Debbie and Dan Hovland. The pair lives in Cottage Grove. Photographed by Chasing Lilies Photography Announce your marriage or union by e-mailing Meagan@bravaenterprises.com.